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Chalkon - Antiochos IV Antioch 175 BC - 172 BC
| Bronze | 3 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Antiochos IV Epiphanes (175 BC - 163 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 175 BC - 172 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#386617 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Elephant head to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
BAΣIΛEΩΣ
ANTIOCHOY
Translation: King Antiochos (IV)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Antiochos IV, who was a prominent king of the Seleucid Empire, on one side, and an image of the god Apollo on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment and trade during the king's reign and was likely used by merchants, traders, and other individuals in the empire.
